Review of natural fiber composites

Rohan, T; Tushar, B; Mahesha, G T

doi:10.1088/1757-899x/314/1/012020

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“…In the literature the term bio-polymer has multiple and overlapping meanings, including but not limited to: bio-based, biodegradable or both [1,3,16,17]. Others expressions, though not incorrect, like "bio-based polymer" or "renewably-sourced polymer" are also used to refer a polymer that contains carbon sourced from a renewable plant source or biomass [18,19].…”

Section: Bio-polymeric Matrixmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Bio-based 16620:2015 Specifies the general principles and the calculation methods for determining the amount of bio-based content in plastic products, using a radiocarbon method For instance, the commercially available biodegradable bio-based polymers are essentially either based on starch or polylactic acid (PLA) or cellulose ester or bacterial polyhydroxyalkonate (PHA) or protein [19].…”

Section: Iso Standard Descriptionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For commercial and research purposes, transparent conformity assessments can be carried out to label correctly a certain polymeric resin using international ISO standards [21], as presented in Table 1. For instance, the commercially available biodegradable bio-based polymers are essentially either based on starch or polylactic acid (PLA) or cellulose ester or bacterial polyhydroxyalkonate (PHA) or protein [19].…”

Section: Bio-polymeric Matrixmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…However, natural fibres have negative aspects due to their low consistency of properties and quality. These fibres have higher variability of physical and mechanical properties, higher moisture absorption, lower durability, lower strength and lower processing temperature [13,19,[44][45][46].…”

Section: Natural Fibresmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Natural Fibre Composites and Their Applications: A Review

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There is significant work published in recent years about natural fibres polymeric composites. Most of the studies are about the characterization of natural fibres and their comparison with conventional composites regarding mechanical behaviour and application performance. There are dozens of types of natural fibres with different properties influencing their use, or not, in specific industrial applications. The natural origin of these materials causes, in general, a wide range of variations in properties depending mainly on the harvesting location and conditions, making it difficult to select the appropriate fibre for a specific application. In this paper, a comprehensive review about the properties of natural fibres used as composite materials reinforcement is presented, aiming to map where each type of fibre is positioned in several properties. Recent published work on emergent types of fibres is also reviewed. A bibliometric study regarding applications of natural fibres composites is presented. A prospective analysis about the future trends of natural fibres applications and the required developments to broaden their applications is also presented and discussed.

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Section: Bio-polymeric Matrixmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Iso Standard Descriptionmentioning

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Section: Bio-polymeric Matrixmentioning

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Section: Natural Fibresmentioning

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Natural Fibre Composites and Their Applications: A Review

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“…Conversely, natural fibers have some limitations due to the lower reliability of properties in nature Advances in Civil Engineering and their excellence. is fiber has a radical inconsistency of physical and mechanical properties, more excellent humidity absorption, less stability, lower strength, and lower processing temperature [22][23][24].…”

Section: Natural Fibermentioning

confidence: 99%

Treatment of Natural Fiber for Application in Concrete Pavement

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Winne

Demissie

et al. 2021

Advances in Civil Engineering

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Concrete crack is one of the main problems observed in concrete technology due to drying shrinkage. Incorporating fibers in concrete production is one of the mechanisms implemented to mitigate cracks. Nowadays, investigators concentrate on different techniques to replace human-made fiber with existing natural fibers for fiber-reinforced composite material. Utilization of natural fiber has an initiation for the development of eco-friendly materials by reducing damages caused by human-made materials and saving nonrenewable resources. Natural fibers are readily and abundantly available, sustainable, and biodegradable, with low cost and low density, and have superior specific properties. Nevertheless, there are some limitations of natural fiber compared to human-made fiber. Consequently, significant energy was applied to alter natural fiber’s surface and morphology using physical, chemical, and biological treatment techniques to overcome the limitation. The primary intention of surface treatment is to modify the bond between the fiber surface and the polymer matrix. However, based on this literature review, there were no specific treatment techniques to be followed to select the best one from the others as criteria. It should include all parameters to consider starting from the stage from the cradle to the grave, cost of chemicals, transportation, and labors, including energy consumption and effluent energy. Additionally, their environmental effect also investigated in detail to compare each other.

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A comprehensive review on plant‐based natural fiber reinforced polymer composites: Fabrication, properties, and applications

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Natural fiber‐reinforced polymer composites (NFPCs) have gained limelight in many applications during the recent years, owing to their availability, as well as superior mechanical characteristics, cost‐effectiveness, biodegradability, and lightweight. A comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing methods, proeprties and characteristics of natural fibers pave way for begetting a wide spectrum of applications for the NFPCs in automobile, aerospace, electronics, and other engineering fields. The current review article is about natural fiber‐reinforced composites, the commonly used fabrication methods, including fiber pre‐treatments, and numerous intermediate steps added to achieve improved bonding, processability of these composites, their properties and application prospects. Various state‐of‐the‐art methods like additive manufacturing, vaccum bag molding, and autoclave has also been discussed. The mechanical properties obtained through various fiber reinforcements in accordance with process parameters has a substantial impact in the industrial applications of NFPCs. The tribological applications of NFPCs are becoming increasingly important in order to deal with the mechanical and chemical wear and tear during their service life in contact applications. Flammability behavior and biodegradability assessment of NFPCs are important for high‐temperature and outdoor environmental applications of these materials. The review also includes a comprehensive discussion about the trending applications and future prospects for NFPCs.

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Review of natural fiber composites

Cited by 30 publications

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Natural Fibre Composites and Their Applications: A Review

Natural Fibre Composites and Their Applications: A Review

Treatment of Natural Fiber for Application in Concrete Pavement

A comprehensive review on plant‐based natural fiber reinforced polymer composites: Fabrication, properties, and applications

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